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immune system

Cancer ‘vaccine’ rids body of multiple cancer types—in mice

But will it work in humans?

Annual flu shot doesn’t weaken your immune system

In fact, just the opposite may occur.

Climate change may up asthma irritant

Researchers warn about possible increase of fungus that may cause serious damage to cells in human airways.

Patient Story

A search for solutions

A rheumatologist summarizes one patient's winding road to diagnosing an autoimmune disease: "It is sometimes more art than science."

New treatments helping kids with juvenile arthritis

Several biologics have been approved by the FDA for use with certain forms of the disease.

Antibody shot protects monkeys from HIV look-alike

New approach could give doctors another treatment option or open doorways to vaccine production.

Patient Story

Could it be an autoimmune issue?

‘I felt like I had run a marathon after going up just one flight of stairs.'

Mom was right: A good night’s sleep helps keep you healthy

Too little shut-eye is linked to higher risk of colds and infections.

Seeding my baby? What’s that about?

Microbiomes passed along to your baby at birth are critical in strengthening long-term health and immunity.

Have a healthy holiday season

These tips will help you keep germs at bay.

Sex boosts female immune system to up fertility odds

Effect appears to work regardless of when in a woman's cycle sex occurs.

Patient Story

Cancer survivor dreams of helping sick kids be kids

'The way you live a life bigger than you imagine is when you realize that life isn’t about yourself. It’s about how we can create something together.'